The inpatient diabetes educator provides timely and targeted education and support services to patients and support system. Bridges the gap between clinical care and self-mgmt. Delivering survival skills education, ensures a smooth transition from inpatient to outpatient. A subject matter expert in diabetes and technology, offers guidance to medical staff and participates in regular and ad-hoc education initiatives. Works collaboratively with interprofessional teams. Facilitates monthly diabetes support group. Credentialing as Diabetes Care and Education Specialist required within 1 year of hire. Must maintain 15 diabetes related CEU credits per year and active registration and licensure.

Education
• Bachelor’s Degree Science in Nursing, Nutrition, or a related healthcare or life sciences field (Required)
Experience
• 2 years experience as a Registered Nurse or Dietitian (Required) 
• General Experience working with a diverse patient population (Required) 
• 3 years experience in Diabetes self-management education and support experience (Preferred) 
• 1 year experience in an acute care setting (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
• PA Dietitian -Nutritionist (Required) or 
• PA Registered Nurse License (Required) 
• Cert Diabetes Care and Ed Spec (Required)

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